<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[ACCI Missions & Relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[ACCI Missions & Relief]]></description><link>https://www.acci.org.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:00:56 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.acci.org.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[HOW CAN WE EMBRACE A BETTER TOMORROW?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is sustainable change and why is it important? The United Nations defines it as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs” . This is important because sustainable change refers to long-lasting and impactful transformations that can be maintained over time. So, how do we go from identifying a problem in communities where we're placed, to then addressing it in an effective way? ACCI Relief partner...]]></description><link>https://www.acci.org.au/post/how-can-we-embrace-a-better-tomorrow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a117c14c9b7de4f2a1d6654</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 10:06:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4c7bc_e44a4ee17058441c982c98c90462cb76~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_536,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ACCI Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A LIFETIME OF HEAVENLY IMPACT]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robbie Housen is a seasoned field worker who has dedicated an incredible 40 years of her life to missions. She’s served in India, Thailand, the USA and – for the past 25 years – in Mozambique. Robbie has made a profound contribution to church planting, pastoring and theological training – winning countless people for Jesus and teaching them to reach their communities for Christ.  In our latest ‘One Life at a Time’ podcast – which you can listen to here – Robbie reflects on the highs and lows,...]]></description><link>https://www.acci.org.au/post/a-lifetime-of-heavenly-impact</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a117a7fa2438924d10ead49</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 09:59:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4c7bc_0fc47c3b19de47c593720b26d705fa25~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_604,h_401,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ACCI Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PUTTING JESUS'S LOVE INTO ACTION IN VIETNAM]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s not much that bothers Bek Windsor. She might live in a country with a long-term rat problem, monsoonal rains, and humidity that’s so extreme it causes everything to go mouldy, but none of it gets to her. Because she knows she’s exactly where God has called her to be.    The Windsors are approaching 13 years in Vietnam, with Bek’s involvement stretching back even further. Her life – and that of her family – has been an incredible journey of listening to, and following God’s call to...]]></description><link>https://www.acci.org.au/post/putting-jesus-s-love-into-action-in-vietnam</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a117a1e8fa816dacc80a9cf</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 09:58:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4c7bc_9e5b0c92f51a46e7b6a55e71ebcd1d19~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_563,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ACCI Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WISDOM FROM THE FIELD – WITH ALISON ATKINSON]]></title><description><![CDATA[“God has been so faithful… He is true to His word.” Alison Atkinson’s story is one of incredible resilience and determination, and of listening to God’s voice. Amongst tragedy and loss, she has allowed herself to be used by God to share His love with the people of Sri Lanka.    Hear Alison’s full story on our ‘One Life at a Time’ podcast     Following God’s call, no matter the cost  Like many who follow God’s call to disciple the nations, Alison’s missionary journey began at a very young age....]]></description><link>https://www.acci.org.au/post/wisdom-from-the-field-with-alison-atkinson</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1179d48fa816dacc80a948</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 09:57:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4c7bc_18a5b1199b9d4f74bee9f84a33604862~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_595,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ACCI Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[GODLY AND WELL-ADJUSTED CHILDREN ON THE MISSION FIELD]]></title><description><![CDATA[A conversation with Francine Hunt &#38; Mariana Klar Raising children on the mission field can be one of the most challenging things for any missionary to navigate. There may be tough choices around education. Supporting children’s emotional health and keeping the family unit strong will also need to be a priority, alongside the many pressures that can come with cross-cultural ministry. Families are also likely to want to remain connected with their home culture, and friends and family there,...]]></description><link>https://www.acci.org.au/post/godly-and-well-adjusted-children-on-the-mission-field</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a117978a2438924d10eab6d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 09:55:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4c7bc_acc71c085e8147e3a883150d1f86ca11~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_341,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ACCI Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WISDOM FROM THE FIELD – WITH ROSS WINCHESTER]]></title><description><![CDATA[As ACCI’s longest-serving Field Worker, Ross Winchester is often referred to as a legend of the mission field. For more than 40 years, he’s followed Jesus’ call to disciple the nations; sharing the gospel throughout north and southeast Asia. Listen to the full story via our ‘One Life at a Time’ podcast   An early calling and a foundation of service    From the moment he stood up at an altar call and gave his life to Jesus, Ross sensed a call to missions. That was in 1971. It would be 12 years...]]></description><link>https://www.acci.org.au/post/wisdom-from-the-field-with-ross-winchester</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1178878fa816dacc80a6ee</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 09:53:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4c7bc_04e7a9b544994578b76a4885a3c7b4cb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_667,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ACCI Team</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>